New Year at Beautiful Breckenridge
Breckenridge is famous for the beauty of the Colorado High Country and the majestic Rocky Mountains. Combine the physical attributes of the mountains with the plethora of activities and amenities offered by the fabulous resorts, and you have the makings of a great vacation or weekend getaway.
Although there is plenty to do throughout the winter months, the holidays and festivals bring with them special attractions and activities for the entire family, and the ULLR Fest is a perfect example.
What is the ULLR Fest?
ULLR is the winter god of Norse mythology, who beckons all ages to join his annual party in the snow-covered mountains of Summit County. This annual event is now in its 54th year, and takes place January 11-14th for 2017. ULLR is the stepson of the well-known “God of Thunder” – Thor, although ULLR is best known for his love of snow, skiing, and skating.
During the ULLR Fest, visitors can participate in Ullympic competitions such as throwing frying pans for fun and prizes. Skiers and snowboarders may even don traditional horned Viking helmets to add to the fest ambiance and join in the party atmosphere.
The ULLR Fest parade down Main Street is an event not to be missed, with wild floats including a hot tub gliding through town. ULLR Fest includes events throughout Breckenridge, including the ULLR Ball, ULLR bonfire, crowning of the ULLR kind and queen, and snow sculpting competitions. Many visitors come to Breckenridge specifically to attend the festival, which has continued to grow as a popular event for all ages.
More to do in Summit County
While the ULLR Fest is reason enough to head to Breckenridge and the nearby Colorado High Country resorts, there is plenty more to keep visitors involved and entertained. Summit County provides access to additional world-famous resorts such as Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, Copper Mountain, Loveland, and Vail.
Snow sports are an obvious highlight of the area, with the large variety of resorts in close proximity. Enjoy skiing, snowboarding, tubing, guided dog sled tours, sleigh rides, and even winter zip-lining. For a change of pace, enjoy a scenic train ride through the beautiful Rockies, even taking a New Year’s Eve ride with Holiday Lights on the Train.
New Year’s events abound at the resorts and in the centrally-located town of Frisco:
- A-Basin Moonlight Dinner Series
- Beaver Creek’s family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration
- Beaver Creek Loves Kids Annual Winterfest – fun for the entire family
- Copper Mountain New Year’s Eve celebration, and the Subaru Winterfest
- Keystone’s Chocolate Village is a display not to be missed
- Lake Dillon Theater Company – presenting a New York New Year’s Eve celebration
Plenty of options are available right on Frisco’s historic main street, including a variety of eateries, shopping opportunities, and night spots. Tours are also available that take visitors to local casinos and breweries.
Staying in Frisco for the ULLR Fest
When planning your Summit County visit for the ULLR Fest, book your accommodations at the Frisco Inn on Galena in nearby Frisco, Colorado. Centrally located to the multiple ski resorts, shopping, or just to retreat from the crowds, the Frisco Inn on Galena is your home base for a contemporary mountain inn and boutique bed and breakfast. The Inn is located only steps from Frisco’s historic Main Street for easy access to local businesses and Frisco’s own winter activities.
Frisco Inn on Galena provides guests with a convenient game room complete with pool table, exercise bicycles, and board games for relaxing with friends and family after ULLR Fest activities. The Inn offers every comfort such as full gourmet breakfasts, complimentary afternoon happy hour with wine and hors d’oeuvres, saunas, and hot tubs, but also provides modern conveniences like free Wi-Fi and flat-screen HDTV. The Inn’s central location for access to Breckenridge and all the Summit County resorts make it an ideal choice for your stay during the ULLR Fest.
Our extraordinary staff, service, and accommodations will keep you coming back to Summit County for both excitement and relaxation.
